Wednesday, October 31, 2007

The Touch Felt 'Round The World

Jordan & I eagerly await the day when we can tell Isaac of all God did in his life, of the people his journey has touched, & how far reaching his story has traveled. If you've been impacted by his story or follow this blog, we ask that you post your name, city, state &/or country following this post so that we can show Isaac one day of all the lives he's touched. Even if you usually don't leave any comments or don't want to put your name, please let us know if you've been following his journey by letting us know where you're from. USA, India, Guam, UK...it'll be amazing to see where his story has traveled!

745 comments:

We have followed this story and read your blog literally since the first day of life..... you've come a long way and are very blessed with your friends, family and especially your parents. Love from us and others at C3Sharon & Jimmy JacksonWillow Springs NC

A former co-worker of mine who goes to your church sent a prayer alert on Isaac in Mid-March. Several of us in my office have been praying for him since. It seems that every office I go to here and mention Isaac there are already people praying for him. Your family has certainly touched many lives, and we will continue to pray for all of you in the days and months ahead. I usually leave my entries anonymous, or sign them Friends at LU.

We love you so much Isaac! We pray that as you grow, your heart will be filled with an ever increasing love and intimate knowledge of our Lord; that He will draw you unto Himself and His Life will overflow from within you.Love, Uncle Brian, Aunt Kim, Becky, Sarah, Ian & TravisBrandon, FL

Our God is to gracious to us if we only believe. Keep the blog up so that we may continue to follow Issac's progress. Jordan certainly received a grand Father's Day Gift. From two co-workers who will continue to look for updates on the blog.

We've been following your journey since we heard from some fellow AACS alum! Our Bible studies, church and families have been praying for you and will continue to! Steve & Leslie Ammann (Borgeson)Columbia, MD

Praise be to God for all he has done in the life of Isaac and your family. May God continue to bless you. Thank you for being so diligant in keeping me update on your son's progress. My prayers will continue to be with you.

Well done little Isaac - you have touched the hearts of many around the globe! We will continue to follow your story - our little boy Charlie has a special heart just like yours, and he's three and a half now! God bless you, little man, and your wonderful parents. One day you'll know how special your mummy and daddy are.Love and hugs from Pete, Alison and Charlie xxxCardiff, Wales, U.K.http://charlieturner.blogspot.com

Welcome home Isaac! We heard about you through your Great Grandfather Floyd Gilkey and have been praying for you ever since! You have blessed us in many ways. In His Love,The Grev Family - Ingar, Jean, Vivian, Sarah and TheodoreAnnapolis, Maryland USA

your family has touched my heart here in canada. i heard about your jounery from sue brown(my sister-in-law) she sent me a pray request way back when, an i have been praying for you all ever sense. i have checked your blog almost daily any many times it has been through tear filled eyes. enjoy every minute of your very first fathers day with your son jordon. from diane&dave carter in trenton ontario, canada

You have been loved by God since you were a twinkle in your parents eyes! The wonderful path He has laid out for you began even before you were born and what a path!

Your mommy and daddy gave you over to God in faith and in faith God healed you! All the Glory goes to Him who is the same today, yesterday, and forever!

Please know, little Isaac that your story, your bravery, your parents faith and the love of our ever faithful God has opened many hearts to Jesus, restored faith to many, or renewed faith in others all over the world!

We are the ones blessed to have been with your family on this journey and to have loved you each with each precious word typed!

May God bless you and keep you and may His light shine upon you and may He give you peace!

Susan HarrisPittsboro, NC Ran into Patience and Jordan at the Cheesecake Factory one day and knew them from the blog a friend shared with me. We had never met before, but I knew who they were! Praise to God that Isaac is home!

Congratulations on getting to bring your sweet little son home at last! What a great Father's Day gift! My husband Dan and I have been following your blog ever since our son was diagnosed prenatally with HLHS in mid-March. You have been such an inspiration to us and our families with the amount of strength and total dependence on God. Only about 8 more weeks until our sweet son is born and we begin the same journey as you.

I don't think I've ever posted, but have prayed, checked your site, wept, and rejoiced with you multiple times a day since I heard about your story from a choir member at my church. What a wonderful blessing and miracle your family has received! Thank you for sharing your story with us and allowing us to join you in prayer for your sweet family!

I have been reading about Isaac since you guys started the blog. Telling my friends at work all about this sweet boy and how this beautiful family continues to amaze me with faith love and encouragement. Benson, NC

Hello Isaac! Thanks to you and to your amazing parents for such a lesson on faith, steadfastness, prayer and praise. I have followed your story since you were just a few days old and have shined a light on your name for God to see many times. Praise to Him who created you for His perfect purpose. Gayle PaladinoFlower Mound, Texas

We are so blessed by your bravery, courage and faith through such a trial in your lives. We pray God continues to bless your lives, and touch them in ways we can't even dream. God bless! We'll continue our prayers.

Isaac, you have been prayed for across the world in Beijing, China.We love you very much. I shared your blogsite with some friends I met in Beijing, and they said they would pray for you as well.Of course, you have been prayed for much closer to home from Brandon, FL. When we see you doing so well and think of all you have come through, we will give all the praise to God, our Father.I will always love you and keep you daily in my prayers . Grandma

Patience,Jackie Parks has been babysitting for me for a little over a year now. I have three children of my own. She shared your story with me a few months ago and led me to your blog. I have been praying for Isaac and you and your husband. You are an amazing , strong woman of God.!!!!! I just tear up every time I read a new post. You have a gift for witting as well:) Thank you for sharing your life !!Love,Ruthie GillespieForest, VA

Patience and Jordan-My name is Kelsey Wright, and I first heard about Isaac's condition from the college and career group up at Annapolis EP. I also went to school with your sister, Corinne, in 6th grade at AACS. There is not a day that goes by that I don't check the blog or think about your sweet boy. My family has kept the three of you in our prayers since we first heard about Isaac's condition. What a blessing it is to bring your sweet boy home!! Congratulations!!Love, KelseyAnnapolis, Maryland

Isaac,I prayed for you in a way I have never prayed for anyone in my life... You are a modern day miracle that helped us all to see God as a personal God who really does hear our prayers, and decides sometimes to change the course of things. You will never know until you get to heaven what am impact you had on thousands, maybe millions of lives because of the faith you helped instill in so many of us to do the "impossible" things God has called us to.Lots of Love & continual prayers,

Isaac,I am writing for my 3 children, Levi-6, Austin-4, Phelicia-3, (and there's Caelan but he's only 2) who prayed faithfully for you at least 4 times a day (breakfast, lunch, dinner, bedtime, and any other time you were really struggling. They would always pray, "Jesus, thank you for Baby Isaac that you are going to heal him and make him better so that he can go home." They are now praying, "Jesus, thank you for baby Isaac that you are going to take the tube out so he can breath by himself."We love you Baby Isaac!!

My husband and I have followed your story since Isaac was ~3weeks old and at that time read the entire blog. Patience and Jordan you are an inspiration to all Christians to see a couple against everything horrible but have complete trust in the Lord for a miracle! You have received a well deserved miracle. We are just thrilled to see and follow your story as God touched Isaac day after day! I truelly stand in awe of your deep passion for and commitment to the Lord! You guys have been such an inspiration. We are so impressed with how strong little Isaac's will to thrive has been. Congratulations!Chris and LaTashia Schwarting (and Alex, Kayla, and Emma.) C3ers :)Clayton, NC

My boyfriend went to highschool with Corinne... I came across your blog a few months ago after seeing her pictures of newborn Isaac on facebook... checking daily ever since :) Ecstatic for you all... God is so good :)

I work with Christal Nelson and have known about Isaac's condition since before he was born. My family and I have been checking the blog daily since he was born.

I think it's important for Isaac to know that he wasn't the only one touching the lives of so many people. Jordan and Patience, you have touched us with your awesome faith in God. In times of struggle, you were constantly praising God, never blaming Him. You were never bitter about having to spend day after day in a hospital room, so far away from the comforts of your own home. There are many of us who love our God so much, yet we wouldn't have the strength to continually praise Him through such rough times.

Thank you so much for being the example you are. And thank you for taking precious time away from your son to keep us updated on his condition.

We will continually pray for Isaac as he still has a lot to overcome. During those prayers we will thank God that He never gives us more than we can handle. We will pray for your continued strength and thank Him for the amazing influence you all have had on so many people around the world.

You have been such an inspiration with your faith and God's faithfulness to you. Welocme home! What a blessing you have been to folks here in Ohio. Family from Florida shared your story and your site. We have been in prayer for you since, and will remain so in the days ahead.

We have witnessed a miracle! God Bless you for allowing us to share in your journey. We have known that God was writing Isaac's testimony each and every day and HE has impacted thousands through one little boys life. Welcome Home Isaac!!! Ronnie & Lynn Thomas Clayton NC.

It has truly been a blessing for us to follow your family's journey. We are reminded of the true power and grace of God, and it allows us to put our daily life struggles into perspective. Thank you very much for allowing us to share this journey with you. Traci & Mike CarlsonCrofton, MD

Tom & Karen WoodallLynchburg, VA Yeah, God! We celebrate with you! We've been following (praying, crying, celebrating) ever since Melissa & Tim told us. Isaac is a miracle blessing from God and we are so excited to see what He will continue to do. Your courage and faith have been an encouragement and inspiration to us. If you are ever in L-burg, you know where we live (if you need a place to stay - you are always welcome!) :)

Dearest Isaac,It is said that what this world needs most is to reconnect to God...to witness His awesome Power and tender mercy...to understand that our Savior Jesus Christ sees it all and that He cares for each and every one of us.

Mighty Isaac, the staff of CBN all over the world have been praying on a daily basis for you and your amazing mom and dad...and journey has touched all of our hearts and allowed us all to see that the Lord wants us all to bring our scar tissue hearts to Him so that He can heal us all just as He has never left you through this most amazing journey.

Isaac Here are just some of the locations that CBN staff has been praying for you and will continue to tell the story as your story has only just begun.Indonesia, Thailand, China, Hong Kong, London,the Phillipines,IndiaCosta Rica, Brazil, Israel, Lebanon, Iraq, Iran, Italy, Australia, Nashville, Los Angeles, Virginia Beach, Seattle, Mexico City, Minneapolis Minnesota Chicago, Newtown PA, Denver, Augusta Ga, Washington depot Connecticut but to name a few of the locations.

I am so honored to be your Grampa...so amazed to have been able to hold your tiny hand on your first day of life and many days of struggle and triumph. I have been able to see your wonderful parents put their complete trust in the Lord for you...and to Love you through it all.Isaac the world is a far better place becaue you are here!

i learned of your story from mary brown and have followed you in prayer for quite a few months. being a heart baby myself (now 24 and completely healed) I am amazed at your faith and love. I'm so proud of you Issac, your life has touched so many and you're still so young. Kate JacksonBordentown, NJ

Isaac, I met you and your parents in Chapel Hill and have followed your blog through my travels. You are proof that with prayer, faith, and loyalty to God, miracles do happen! You are so blessed to have amazing parents and family. And i am blessed to have met you. You have changed me!So glad you're home. Safe and sound in your cute nursery : ) Keep up the good work cutie - pie!KerryBoston,MA (currently)

I have been following "you're sweet boys story since the e-mail went out from Debbie Henderson @C3on Feb 28 2007. During the darkest hours praying and fasting an Throughg the wonderful breakthroughs. Glad your home little one.Debra Wyatt Garner,n.c.

Rich and Christine DiCarlocurrently @ Childrens Hospital of Philadelphia as our son recovers from heart surgery. We have followed you for a long time. Praying with everthing that we had.We live in Villas, NJ

I have followed your journey for months and cried tears of joy reading about Isaac's homecoming. The empty crib picture months ago remained vivid in my mind until I saw him in his crib at home! Praise God! Would love to hear continued progress and think you should have your blog published as an inspirational book.

We heard of your story and blog in our Sunday school class at Providence Baptist church in Raleigh and have been following along and praying ever since. I am actually a medical student at UNC and ever since your post about visiting the butterfly garden, I would peek out there when i walked by just to see if maybe you were out visiting again. praise God for his blessings. Lauren GDurham, NC

just to name a few. You have touched many lives with your story and have brought many to renew their faith in our God, come to know Him, further trust in Him and believe in miracles that only He can perform. We are so honored to have been on this journey with you since the beginning. Thank you!

I have truly been blessed to see the power of God through Isaac's and your lifes!!! I am a friend of Paula Dameron who is a member of your church. She asked many to pray for you and I have read your blog ever since. Please continue to post so we can continue to see God's miracle!logie52@yahoo.comLubbock,TX

I have been following your journey since March 29th when I received an email for our Sunday School class to pray for Isaac. Jordan and Patience, you have been so strong and committed to God, your faith, and Isaac through this journey. You are the Mother and Father of the decade in my opinion. And Isaac, your stength and endurance have been an example for me and others to accept and work through our own issues. May God continue to bless you all as the journey continues in your lives together.

We live in Roanoke Virginia and have been following your blog since my sister in Greenvile sent it to us. Her son and daughter-in-law, Mike and Ragan sent it to her they attend your church....I think.

I have been following little Isaac's progress for many month's. Boy God has really blessed him with some incredible parents. I have been amazed at your strong faith thru it all. Our church has been praying for Issac and for Mom and Dad.Oh yeah Happy Father's day Jordon!!

I've been following your journey since I came across the blog through Corinne's facebook. Patience, I don't know if you remember my family from back when you went to Long Hill Chapel, but the Vielguth family as well as my small group have been praying for you all. I have been so touched by your story and amazed by the power of prayer!!Abby VielguthChatham, NJandWake Forest UniversityWinston-Salem, NC

How thrilled I am to see that Issac was at home for Father's Day! I have been praying for Issac as the Lord leads me since the early days of his birth. My family and I serve the Lord in the SE Asian country of Malaysia. I have been delighted to pray for you Isaac through some of your nights (which is my daytime) knowing that all those who love you in America were hopefully getting some sleep. The Lord continue to bless you Little One! May you continue to grow strong in body, mind, character, and love of the Lord.Much love, An Auntie in Malaysia

I linked to your site a few days ago from another blog I linked to from one I regularly read. What an amazing testimony your faith and Issac's progress have been. I will continue praying for the 3 of you and checking back to see how Issac is doing. Congratulations on having him home! He looks so peaceful!

What a blessing to see the journey you have been on and the faith you have shown to entrust Isaac into the hands of our Heaven Father every step of the way. I'm so glad to see the three of you home together.Carissa CallanHarvest, Alabama

Thank you for sharing your precious Issac with all of us. Our family has grown to love all of you, even though we've never met. You will continue to be in our prayers. We are so happpy for you!Fred, Kim, Andrew and Amanda DryFuquay-Varina, NC

I have been following your trip since mid march when I got a message from a fellow LU alumnus. When I heard of your stories I wept with you and cheered for congrats. And the prayers are continuing for all future steps in your child rearing. Lee Guarna Bethany Beach Delaware